Rwandan National Neonatal Protocol - Stabilization

Learn about neonatal stabilization in Rwanda through this comprehensive video lecture by Dr. Hovaire Nsabimana. Explore the identification of high-risk newborns, initial assessment techniques, and management of common neonatal issues such as hypothermia, respiratory distress, and infections. Gain insights into calculating gestational age, assessing cardiovascular health, and addressing hypoglycemia and hyperbilirubinemia. Discover protocols for preventing vertical HIV transmission and managing hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy. Apply your knowledge through case studies and understand the essentials of patient transfer. This OPENPediatrics resource offers valuable information for healthcare providers caring for critically ill children in various resource settings worldwide.

Intro
Learning Objectives
High Risk Newborns – Before Delivery
Definitions in Newborn Care
Low Birth Weight Newborns
Calculating Gestational Age
Initial Assessment
Thermoregulation
Respiratory Assessment
Severity of Respiratory Distress
Treatment of Respiratory Distress • Treat immediately after identification
Cardiovascular Assessment
Blood Pressure
Fluid and Nutrition: Hypoglycemia
Hyperbilirubinemia
Perinatal Bacterial Infection: Risk Factors
Perinatal Bacterial Infection: Physical Exam
Perinatal Bacterial Infection: Laboratory Testing
Prevention of Vertical HIV Transmission
Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
Seizures
Case Study: Nina - 5 Days Old
Case Study: Joshua
Patient Transfer: Ambulance Equipment
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Key Points